Irregular sleep News

Previous research has shown that working in shifts disrupts the body clock and can increase the risk of weight gain, heart problems and diabetes However, there is less awareness that our biological rhythms can be affected by smaller inconsistencies Having social jet lag was associated with lower overall diet quality, higher intakes of sugar-sweetened beverages, and lower intakes of fruits and nuts

An irregular sleep schedule can increase a person's risk of depression over the long term. The study is based on data gathered by tracking the participants sleep and other activity through commercial devices worn on their wrists and asking them to report their daily mood on a smartphone app and take quarterly tests for signs of depression.